Exclusive: Pope Leo XIV's First Public Appearance Since Election

Pope Leo XIV's Emotional Reunion with Brother After Election City of Vatican, May 13, 2025 – In an exclusive report by Univision Noticias, Pope Leo XIV was seen leaving the Vatican for the first time since his election to meet his brother, John Prevost, from Chicago. The emotional reunion took place at the Basilica of Our Lady of Good Counsel in Genzano, Italy, approximately 23 miles from Rome. The video shows the Pope's brother expressing his joy at the reunion, stating, "Just be able to see my brother again after all this time...and then to see the Pope put all those things together." Following the private meeting, the Pope and his brother joined the public, with the Pope extending his blessing to the people of Genzano. The Pope later held a private mass at St. Peter's Basilica. This rare public appearance and family moment offers a humanizing glimpse into the life of the new pontiff.